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Dodge RAM TRUCK Owner's Manual

2009
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  • Page 1 2009 OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or op- name Chrysler Canada Inc.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE ............. 3 INTRODUCTION .

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Van Conversions/Campers ....6 How To Use This Manual .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint contains the information you desire. you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet contains a complete listing of all subjects.
  • Page 7 INTRODUCTION 5...

  • Page 8: Van Conversions/Campers

    6 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Operating instructions for the special equipment in- This Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op- stalled by the conversion/camper manufacturer should erating procedures that could result in an accident or also be supplied with your vehicle. If these instructions bodily injury.

  • Page 9: Vehicle Identification Number

    INTRODUCTION 7 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto- WARNING! mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.

  • Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....12 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ..19 Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) —...
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Express Down Window Feature — Windows ......34 If Equipped .
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ..51 Safety Tips ......74 Seat Belt Extender .

  • Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) — If Equipped The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similar to an Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) with Integrated Ignition ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three with Key —...

  • Page 15: Integrated Ignition Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Integrated Ignition Key The Integrated Key operates the ignition switch. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Valet Key, which stores in the rear of the RKE transmit- ter.

  • Page 16: Ignition Key Removal

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To remove the Valet Key from the RKE transmitter, slide Ignition Key Removal the mechanical latch at the top of the RKE transmitter Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the key to the LOCK sideways with your thumb and then pull the key out position and then remove the key.

  • Page 17: Key-In-Ignition Reminder

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds WARNING! when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position. Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a SENTRY KEY number of reasons.
  • Page 18 16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE During normal operation, after turning on the ignition NOTE: switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compat- seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains on after the ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.

  • Page 19: Replacement Keys

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Replacement Keys dealer. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one that has NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle never been programmed. electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
  • Page 20 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Customer Key Programming and the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing, turn the If you have two valid RKE transmitters with integrated ignition switch ON again for three seconds, and then turn keys, you can program new RKE transmitters to the it OFF.

  • Page 21: General Information

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 General Information flash. The engine will run only if a valid Sentry Key is The Sentry Key system complies with FCC rules Part 15 used to start the vehicle. Use of the Sentry Key will and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.

  • Page 22: To Disarm The System

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 16 seconds to indicate that the alarm is being set. After be initiated. To exit the alarming mode, press the RKE the alarm is set, the Vehicle Security Light will flash at a transmitter UNLOCK button, or start the vehicle with a slower rate to indicate that the system is armed.

  • Page 23: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 NOTE: transmitters will continue to work. Driving at speeds The front courtesy overhead console and door cour- 5 mph (8 km/h) and above disables all RKE transmitter tesy lights do not turn off if the dimmer control is in buttons for all RKE transmitters.

  • Page 24: To Unlock The Doors

    22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock the Doors 1. Press and hold the LOCK button on a programmed Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE RKE transmitter for at least four seconds, but no longer transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice than ten seconds.

  • Page 25: To Lock The Doors

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Flash Lamps with Remote Key Lock 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash when ing the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter with the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmit- the ignition switch in the LOCK position and the key ter.

  • Page 26: Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Sound Horn with Remote Key Lock 3. Test the feature while outside of the vehicle by press- This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors ing the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter with the are locked with the RKE transmitter.

  • Page 27: Using The Panic Alarm

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 then immediately press and hold the UNLOCK button You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m) from the until the windows lower to the level desired or until they vehicle when using the RKE transmitter to turn off the lower completely.

  • Page 28: General Information

    26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap- flat blade to pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter proved by the party responsible for compliance could apart.

  • Page 29: How To Use Remote Start

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 How To Use Remote Start Remote Start Abort Message on Electronic Vehicle All of the following conditions must be met before the Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped) engine will remote start: The following messages will display in the EVIC if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prema- Shift lever in PARK...

  • Page 30: Enter/Exit Remote Start Mode

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Enter Remote Start Mode To Exit Remote Start Mode without Driving the Press and release the REMOTE START button Vehicle on the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec- Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or onds.

  • Page 31: Door Locks

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Comfort System operation refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the message “Insert Key/ Information Center (EVIC) — Customer-Programmable Turn To On” will flash in the EVIC until you insert the Features (SETUP)”...

  • Page 32: Power Door Locks - If Equipped

    30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. A 2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will chime will sound if the key is in the ignition switch and cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this a door is open, as a reminder to remove the key.

  • Page 34: Auto Unlock On Exit Programming

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Auto Unlock On Exit — If Equipped 2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will This feature unlocks all of the doors of the vehicle when cancel any chimes that may be confusing during this any door is opened.

  • Page 35: Child Protection Door Lock

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Child Protection Door Lock clockwise to engage the lock and clockwise to disengage To provide a safer environment for children riding in the the child protection locks. When the system on a door is rear seat, the rear doors of your vehicle have the child engaged, that door can only be opened by using the protection door lock system.

  • Page 36: Windows

    34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WINDOWS WARNING! Power Windows – If Equipped Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child protection locks are engaged.
  • Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 The control on the left front door panel has UP-DOWN WARNING! switches that give you fingertip control of all power windows. There is a single opening and closing switch on Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving the front passenger door for passenger window control unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a and on the rear doors of Quad Cab and Crew Cab...
  • Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To open the window part way, press to the first detent conditions may trigger the auto reverse function un- and release it when you want the window to stop. expectedly during auto closure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly to the first detent and hold to close Auto Up Feature with Anti-Pinch Protection the window manually.

  • Page 39: Wind Buffeting

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 position. To enable the window controls, press the win- Wind Buffeting dow LOCK button again and return the switch to the Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of released or up position. pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
  • Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) Do not allow children to have access to the storage bins. Once in the storage bin, young children may not be able to escape. If trapped in the storage bin, children can die from suffocation or heat stroke.

  • Page 41: Occupant Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS WARNING! Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, side much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled airbags, and front airbags for both the driver and front up.

  • Page 42: Lap/Shoulder Belts

    40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! (Continued) All seating positions except the Quad Cab and Crew Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and Cab front center seating position have combination lap/ using a seat belt properly.
  • Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 WARNING! (Continued) Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch WARNING! plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal inju- ries.
  • Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 WARNING! (Continued) A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt.
  • Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be leave you with no protection.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 belt tongue is pressed into the buckle. Allow the retractor panel and insert it into the black keyed buckle until there to take up the surplus webbing, and the buckles will is an audible “click”. For proper seatbelt usage, refer hang vertically from the cab back exit bezel, thus freeing “Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions”...
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Inserting Latch Plate In Use Position...

  • Page 49: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 away from your neck. Press the button located on the WARNING! upper belt guide, and then move it up or down to the position that fits you best. If the black latch and black buckle are not prop- erly connected when the seat belt is used by an occupant, the seat belt will not be able to provide proper restraint and will increase the risk of injury...

  • Page 50: Automatic Locking Retractor (Alr) Mode - If Equipped

    48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE you’ll prefer a higher position. When you release the How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode anchorage, try to move it up or down to make sure that 1. Buckle the combination lap/shoulder belt. it is locked in position.

  • Page 51: Seat Belt Pretensioners

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 pull. To remove slack, pull the loose end of the webbing. seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the Wear the lap belt snug against the hips. Sit back and erect occupant early in a collision.
  • Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE seat belt. The driver should also instruct all other occu- 1. With all doors closed and the ignition switch in any pants to buckle their seat belts. If the driver unbuckles the position except ON or START, buckle the driver’s seat seat belt while the vehicle is in motion an immediate belt.

  • Page 53: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Seat Belts and Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use seat belts throughout their pregnancies. Keeping the mother safe is Using a seat belt extender when not needed can the best way to keep the baby safe. increase the risk of injury in a collision.
  • Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE These airbags are certified to the new Federal regulations This vehicle is equipped with side curtain airbags to that allow less forceful deployments. protect the driver and passengers sitting next to a win- dow.
  • Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Do not mount any aftermarket equipment such as Do not put anything on or around the airbag trailer brake controllers, snowplow controllers, covers or attempt to manually open them. You may auxiliary light switches, radios, etc.
  • Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side All occupants should use their seat belts properly. collisions. In certain types of collisions, both the front and The driver and front passenger seats should be moved side airbags may be triggered.
  • Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Crash Sensors WARNING! (Continued) Interconnecting Wiring Side airbags need room to inflate, do not lean Knee Impact Bolsters against the door. Sit upright in the center of the seat. Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioners How The Airbag System Works Airbag System Components The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines...
  • Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The ORC also turns on the Airbag Warning Light in inflator units. A large quantity of nontoxic gas is the instrument panel for six to eight seconds when the generated to inflate the airbags. The airbag covers ignition is first turned on, and then turns the light off.
  • Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 In moderate to severe side collisions, the side airbag If A Deployment Occurs inflator on the crash side of the vehicle is triggered, The airbag system is designed to deploy when the releasing a quantity of nontoxic gas.
  • Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a WARNING! few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately. Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli- sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-like dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Maintaining Your Airbag Systems NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply: Refer to www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. WARNING! Airbag Warning Light You will want to have the airbags ready to Modifications to any part of the airbag system inflate for your protection in an impact.

  • Page 62: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer or any engine NOTE: related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint 1. A near-deployment event occurs when the airbag Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The airbags may sensor detects severe vehicle deceleration usually indica- not be ready to inflate for your protection.
  • Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 In the event that an investigation is undertaken by 1. Used for research purposes, such as to match data Chrysler LLC (regardless of initiative), the company or its with a particular crash record in an aggregate database, designated representative will first obtain permission of provided confidentiality of personal data is thereafter the appropriate custodial entity for the vehicle (usually...

  • Page 64: Child Restraint

    62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Impact acceleration and angle Children 12 years and younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash Seat belt status statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in Brake status (service and parking brakes) the rear seats rather than in the front.
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Infants and Small Children infant carriers do, so they can be used rearward-facing There are different sizes and types of restraints for by children who weigh more than 20 lbs (9 kg) but are children from newborn size to the child almost large less than one year old.
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE cushion while the child’s back is against the seat back, Here are some tips for getting the most out of your child they should use a belt-positioning booster seat. The restraint: child and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it lap/shoulder belt.
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Pull the belt from the retractor until there is enough to around, and insert the latch plate into the buckle allow you to pass through the child restraint and slide again. If you still can’t make the child restraint secure, the latch plate into the buckle.
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) Each vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren. LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed in the Quad Cab and Crew Cab rear seat outboard positions.
  • Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Child restraint systems having attachments designed to NOTE: connect to the lower anchorages are now available. Child When using the LATCH attaching system to install a restraints having tether straps and hooks for connection child restraint, please ensure that all seat belts not to the seat back tether anchorage have been available for being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out...
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing the Child Restraint System separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector and a means for adjusting the tension in the WARNING! strap. Forward-facing toddler restraints and some rearward-facing infant restraints will also be equipped Do not install child restraint systems equipped with with a tether strap, a hook and means for adjusting the...
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 WARNING! WARNING! Improper installation of a child restraint to the An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or seat failure and injury to the child. In a collision, the child restraint.
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Tether Anchorage Points at the Right and Center Front Seat (Regular Cab - All Seats) 1. Place the child restraint on the seat and adjust the tether strap so that it will reach over the seat back under the head restraint to the tether anchor directly behind the seat.
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Multiple Child Restraint Installation Sequence (Quad Cab /Crew Cab - Rear Seats) 1. Obtain tether straps by raising the head restraints and reaching between the rear glass and rear seat. The tether strap may be retained with an elastic band.
  • Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Route each tether strap to the anchor behind the center Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or seat, and attach the hooks to the metal ring. slouching can move the belt out of position. 5.
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Multiple Child Restraint Quad Cab /Crew Cab 1 — Inner Anchor Strap Ring(s) 2 — Snap Hook 3 — Tether Strap 4 — Passenger’s Side Rear Child Seat 5 — Rear Center Child Seat 6 —...

  • Page 76: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A new engine may consume some oil during its first few A long break-in period is not required for the engine in thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be your vehicle.

  • Page 77: Exhaust Gas

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined WARNING! (Continued) areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or Do not allow people to ride in any area of your out of the area.

  • Page 78: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

    76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com- Airbag Warning Light plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, The light should come on and remain on for six to eight damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.

  • Page 79: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Door Latches The Vehicle Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
  • Page 81 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......85 Slide On Rod Features Of Sun Visor — If Equipped .
  • Page 82 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Recognition System (VR) — 40-20-40 Front Bench Seat — If Equipped . . . 132 If Equipped ......119 Driver Memory Seat —...
  • Page 83 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Parking Lights And Panel Lights ..141 Tilt Steering Column ....148 Fog Lights —...
  • Page 84 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Park Assist Warning Display ..155 Using HomeLink ....168 Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist .
  • Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 Wind Buffeting ..... . 172 Storage ......181 Sunroof Maintenance .
  • Page 86 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Window Features ....189 Bed Rail Tie-Down System ....203 Rear Window Defroster And Heated Slide-In Campers .

  • Page 87: Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 MIRRORS The mirror should be adjusted with the lever set in the day position (lever flipped toward the windshield). The Inside Day/Night Mirror mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small the rear window.

  • Page 88: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped

    86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped CAUTION! This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never off by pressing the power button at the base of the mirror.

  • Page 89: Outside Mirrors Folding Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in a right side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side convex mirror could cause you to collide with an- other vehicle or other object.

  • Page 90: Power Mirrors - If Equipped

    88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors — If Equipped The controls for the power mirrors are located on the driver’s door trim panel. Power Mirror Controls 1 — Mirror Select Buttons 2 — Mirror Control Power Mirror Controls To adjust a mirror, press the mirror select button for the The power mirror controls consist of mirror select but- mirror that you want to adjust.

  • Page 91: Heated Mirrors - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Illuminated Vanity Mirror — If Equipped Illuminated vanity mirrors are located on each sun visor. To use the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the mirror cover upward. The lights will turn on auto- matically.

  • Page 92: Slide On Rod Features Of Sun Visor - If Equipped

    90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Slide On Rod Features of Sun Visor — If Equipped The sun visor “Slide-On Rod” feature allows for addi- tional flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the sun. To use the slide on rod feature, rotate the sun visor downward and unclip it.
  • Page 93 The uconnect phone allows up to websites: seven cellular phones to be linked to the system. Only www.chrysler.com/uconnect one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used with the www.dodge.com/uconnect system at a time. The system is available in English, Spanish, or French languages.

  • Page 94: Operation

    92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Phone Button The uconnect phone is fully integrated with the vehi- The rearview mirror contains the microphone cle’s audio system. The volume of the uconnect phone for the system (depending on the type of can be adjusted either from the radio volume control mirror and radio equipped), and either the knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right...
  • Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 For certain operations, compound commands can be Help Command used. For example, instead of saying Setup and then If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to Phone Pairing, the following compound command know your options at any prompt, say Help following can be said: Setup Phone Pairing.
  • Page 96 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer- For identification purposes, you will be prompted to ence your cellular phone Owner’s Manual. The give the uconnect phone a name for your cellular uconnect website may also provide detailed instructions phone.
  • Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Dial by Saying a Number The system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call. Press the PHONE button to begin. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say the name of the person you want to call.
  • Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say The uconnect phone will allow you to enter up to 32 Phonebook New Entry. names in the phonebook with each name having up to four associated phone numbers and designations.
  • Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 Automatic download and update, if supported, begins This downloaded phonebook cannot be edited or as soon as the Bluetooth wireless phone connection is deleted on the uconnect phone. These can only be made to the uconnect phone, for example, after you edited on the cellular phone.
  • Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Edit uconnect Phonebook Entries The phone handset must support Bluetooth OBEX NOTE: transfers of phonebook entries to use this feature. Editing names in the phonebook is recommended Some phones cannot send phonebook entries if they when the vehicle is not in motion.
  • Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 After you are finished editing an entry in the phonebook, After you enter the Phonebook Delete menu, you will you will be given the opportunity to edit another entry in then be asked for the name of the entry that you wish the phonebook, call the number you just edited, or return to delete.
  • Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Delete/Erase “All” uconnect Phonebook Entries List All Names in the uconnect Phonebook Press the PHONE button to begin. Press the PHONE button to begin. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Phonebook Erase All.

  • Page 103: Phone Call Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Phone Call Features Answer or Reject an Incoming Call - Call The following features can be accessed through the Currently in Progress uconnect phone if the feature(s) are available on your If a call is currently in progress and you have another cellular service plan.
  • Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Making a Second Call While Current Call is in indicating that the active and hold status of the two calls Progress have switched. Only one call can be placed on hold at a To make a second call while you are currently on a call, time.
  • Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Call Termination Call Continuation To end a call in progress, momentarily press the PHONE Call continuation is the progression of a phone call on the button. Only the active call(s) will be terminated and if uconnect phone after the vehicle ignition key has been there is a call on hold, it will become the new active call.

  • Page 106: Uconnect Phone Features

    104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE uconnect phone Features Emergency Assistance If you are in an emergency and the cellular phone is Language Selection reachable: To change the language that the uconnect phone is using: Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency number for your area.
  • Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may Towing Assistance not be applicable with the available cellular service If you need towing assistance: and area. Press the PHONE button to begin. If supported, this number may be programmable on After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say some systems.
  • Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Paging When calling a number with your uconnect phone that To learn how to page, refer to Working with Automated normally requires you to enter in a touch-tone sequence Systems. Paging works properly except for pagers of on your cellular phone keypad, you can press the VOICE certain companies, which time out a little too soon to RECOGNITION button and say the sequence you wish...
  • Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 send the corresponding phone number associated with Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF the phonebook entry, as tones over the phone. Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system from confirming your choices (e.g., the uconnect phone NOTE: will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
  • Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad Mute/Un-Mute (Mute OFF) You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone When you mute the uconnect phone, you will still be keypad and still use the uconnect phone (while dialing able to hear the conversation coming from the other via the cellular phone keypad, the user must exercise party, but the other party will not be able to hear you.

  • Page 111: Advanced Phone Connectivity

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Advanced Phone Connectivity List Paired Cellular Phone Names Transfer Call to and from Cellular Phone Press the PHONE button to begin. The uconnect phone allows ongoing calls to be trans- After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say ferred from your cellular phone to the uconnect phone “Setup Phone Pairing.”...
  • Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Select Another Cellular Phone Delete uconnect phone Paired Cellular Phones This feature allows you to select and start using another Press the PHONE button to begin. phone paired with the uconnect phone. After the Ready prompt and the following beep, say Press the PHONE button to begin.

  • Page 113: Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Things You Should Know About Your uconnect Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the phone uconnect phone. For best results, the Voice Training session should be completed when the vehicle is parked uconnect phone Tutorial with the engine running, all windows closed, and the To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the...
  • Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would When navigating through an automated system such speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of you.
  • Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Far End Audio Performance Echo at the far end can sometimes be reduced by lowering the in-vehicle audio volume. Audio quality is maximized under: In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be low-to-medium blower setting, compromised with the convertible top down.
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  • Page 119 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) zero call cancel confirmation prompts three continue four delete five dial download seven edit eight emergency nine English star (*) erase all plus (+) Espanol pound (#) Francais add location...
  • Page 120 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Voice Commands Voice Commands Primary Alternate(s) Primary Alternate(s) language return to main menu return or main menu list names select phone select list phones send mobile set up phone settings or phone set up mute towing assistance mute off...

  • Page 121: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 General Information VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM (VR) — IF This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and EQUIPPED RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation following conditions: This Voice Recognition system allows you to Changes or modifications not expressly approved by...
  • Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When you press the VR button, you will hear a beep. The These commands are universal and can be used from any beep is your signal to give a command. menu. All other commands can be used depending upon the active application.

  • Page 123: Commands

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Commands In this mode, you can say the following commands: The Voice Recognition system understands two types of “Radio” (to switch to the radio mode) commands. Universal commands are available at all times. Local commands are available if the supported “Disc”...
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Radio FM “Previous Channel” (to select the previous channel) To switch to the FM band say “FM” or “Radio FM”. In “List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels) this mode, you may say the following commands: “Select Name”...
  • Page 125 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 Memo − “Previous” (to play the previous memo) To switch to the voice recorder mode say “Memo”. In this − “Delete” (to delete a memo) mode, you may say the following commands: “Delete All” (to delete all memos) “New Memo”...

  • Page 126: Voice Training

    124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Keep in mind that you have to press the VR SEATS button first and wait for the beep before speaking the Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System “Barge In” commands. of the vehicle.

  • Page 127: Manual Seat Adjuster - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Manual Seat Adjuster — If Equipped Both front seats are independently adjustable forward or rearward and are equipped with a seatback recliner. The manual forward or rearward seat adjustment handle is found at the front edge of each seat cushion. Pull up on the handle and slide the seat forward or backward to move the seat into the most comfortable position.

  • Page 128: Manual Reclining Seats - If Equipped

    126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust any seat only while the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) You can be seriously, even fatally, injured riding in Actuating the recliner handle will allow the seat- a seat with the seatback reclined. Do not ride with back to swing (dump) forward on manual recliner the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is seats.

  • Page 130: Adjustable Head Restraints

    128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Adjustable Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of neck injury in the event of impact from the rear. Pull up or push down on the restraints so that the upper edge is as high as practical, at least to the level of the ears.

  • Page 131: Ten-Way Power Seats - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 Ten-Way Power Seats — If Equipped The power seat controls are on the outboard side of the front seat cushions. The power seat switch can be moved forward and backward as well as up and down to control the position of the seat.

  • Page 132: Power Lumbar - If Equipped

    130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not put anything under a power seat. It may cause damage to the seat or the seat controls. Power Lumbar — If Equipped The lumbar controls are located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.
  • Page 133 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Press the switch once to choose High NOTE: The drivers heated seat can be programmed to heat, press it a second time to choose come on during a remote start. Refer to “Remote Starting Low heat.

  • Page 134: Ventilated Seats - If Equipped

    132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Ventilated Seats — If Equipped the switch will be illuminated. When Low speed is Located in the seat cushion and seatback are small fans selected one light will be illuminated. that draw the air from around the occupant and exhaust NOTE: it underneath the seat and into the passenger compart- The engine must be running for the ventilated seats to...

  • Page 135: Driver Memory Seat - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 DRIVER MEMORY SEAT — IF EQUIPPED Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) temperature set- The memory seat buttons are located on the outboard ting and radio station preset settings. Your Remote side of the drivers seat cushion. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters can also be pro- grammed to recall the same positions when the UN- LOCK button is pressed.

  • Page 136: Memory Position Recall

    134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Turn the vehicle key to the ON/RUN position. performed within 10 seconds if you desire to also use a RKE transmitter to recall memory positions. 2. Adjust the driver’s seat, recliner, and both sideview mirrors to the desired positions.

  • Page 137: To Disable A Rke Transmitter Linked To Memory

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 To recall the memory settings for driver one, press To Disable A RKE Transmitter Linked to Memory memory button number 1 on the driver’s seat or the 1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter linked to remove the key.

  • Page 138: Self-Limiting Control

    136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Self-Limiting Control Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control The memory system includes a self-limiting control for This additional feature provides automatic driver’s seat full travel positioning of power seat and adjustable pedal positioning which will enhance driver mobility out of movement (all directions).

  • Page 139: To Open And Close The Hood

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood To open the hood, two latches must be released. and push the safety latch inboard to release it, before raising the hood.

  • Page 140: Lights

    138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS CAUTION! The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. The head- To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to light switch controls the operation of the headlights, close it.

  • Page 141: Headlights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight and fog Headlights light (if equipped) lenses that are lighter and less suscep- To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight tible to stone breakage than glass lights. Plastic is not as switch clockwise.

  • Page 142: Automatic Headlights - If Equipped

    140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Headlights — If Equipped 90 seconds after you turn the ignition switch to the OFF This system automatically turns the headlights on or off position. To turn the automatic headlights off, turn the according to ambient light levels.

  • Page 143: Parking Lights And Panel Lights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 Parking Lights and Panel Lights To turn on the parking lights and instrument panel lights, rotate the headlight switch clockwise. To turn off the parking lights, rotate the headlight switch back to the O (Off) position. Fog Lights —...

  • Page 144: Interior Lights

    142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE turn off when the switch is pushed a second time, when supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom- the headlight switch is rotated to the off position, or the eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control high beam is selected.

  • Page 145: Cargo Light

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Cargo Light Lights-on Reminder The cargo lights are turned on by pressing on the cargo If the headlights, parking lights, or cargo lights are left on button. after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened.

  • Page 146: Daytime Running Lights (Drl) (Canada Only And Fleet Vehicles)

    144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (Canada Only and Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever is located on the left side of the Fleet Vehicles) The headlights on your vehicle will illuminate when the steering column. engine is started and the transmission is in any gear Turn Signals except PARK.
  • Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 Lane Change Assist Tap the multifunction lever once and the turn signal (left or right) will flash three times, and automatically turn off. Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel.

  • Page 148: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument Windshield Wipers panel to switch the headlights to high beam. Pulling the The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the multifunction back toward the steering wheel will turn multifunction lever.

  • Page 149: Mist Feature

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 Intermittent Wiper System WARNING! The intermittent feature of this system was designed for use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield with a variable pause between cycles, desirable. For could lead to an accident.

  • Page 150: Windshield Washers

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers TILT STEERING COLUMN To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob, To tilt the column, pull forward on the lever below the located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to multifunction lever and move the wheel up or down, as the second detent.

  • Page 151: Heating Steering Wheel - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Press the switch to turn on the heated WARNING! steering wheel. The light on the switch will illuminate to indicate the steering Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is wheel heater is on. Pressing the switch moving is dangerous.

  • Page 152: Driver Adjustable Pedals - If Equipped

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allow the driver to establish a comfortable position relative to Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin the steering wheel and pedals.

  • Page 153: Electronic Speed Control - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 CAUTION! Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim- ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the adjustable pedal’s path.

  • Page 154: To Active

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Speed Control system can be reactivated by pushing the To Active Electronic Speed Control switch ON/OFF button and Push the ON/OFF button (located in the end of the lever) resetting the desired vehicle set speed. once and the cruise indicator light (located in the mes- sage window of the cluster) will illuminate showing that the Electronic Speed Control system is on.

  • Page 155: To Set A Desired Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 To Set A Desired Speed Varying The Speed Setting When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press When the Electronic Speed Control is SET, speed can be the SET lever downward and then release. Lift your foot increased by raising and holding the RESUME/ACCEL off the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the lever upwards.

  • Page 156: To Accelerate For Passing

    154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Tapping the Electronic Speed Control lever SET/DECEL WARNING! downward once will result in a 1 mph (1 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the Electronic Speed Control lever is Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the tapped downward, speed decreases.

  • Page 157: Rear Park Assist Sensors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 vehicle speed is increased to approximately 11 mph (18 km/h) or above. The system will be active again if the vehicle speed is decreased to speeds less than approxi- mately 10 mph (16 km/h). Rear Park Assist Sensors The four Rear Park Assist sensors, located in the rear bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is...
  • Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The system dimly illuminates the two inner most yellow LEDs when it is ON and there are no obstacles being detected. The following chart shows the warning display operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCES DISPLAY LED OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM:...
  • Page 159 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) Before using the Rear Park Assist, it is strongly Drivers must be careful when backing up, even recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball when using the Rear Park Assist. Always check assembly is disconnected from the vehicle when carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, the vehicle is not used for towing.

  • Page 160: Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist

    158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist CAUTION! There are times when you may want to disable the Rear Park Assist, such as when towing a trailer. The Rear Park Assist is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle, including The system can be turned on or off by the Park Assist small obstacles.

  • Page 161: Service The Rear Park Assist

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 On vehicles equipped with an Electronic Vehicle Infor- Cleaning The Rear Park Assist mation Center (EVIC) the message “Park Assist Dis- Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors with water, car wash abled” will be displayed on the EVIC when the system soap and a soft cloth.
  • Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! Drivers must be careful when backing up even when To avoid vehicle damage, the Rear Camera system using the Rear Camera System. Always check care- should only be used as a parking aid. The Rear fully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check for Camera system is unable to view every obstacle or pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or...

  • Page 163: Turning The Rear Camera On Or Off - With Navigation Radio

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 Turning the Rear Camera On or Off — With Turning the Rear Camera On or Off — Without Navigation Radio Navigation Radio 1. Press the menu hard key. 1. Press the menu hard key. 2.

  • Page 164: Overhead Console - If Equipped

    162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEAD CONSOLE — IF EQUIPPED The overhead console is located on the headliner above the review mirror. The overhead console contains the following features: Courtesy/Reading Lights Power Sunroof Switch — If Equipped Power Sliding Rear Window Switch — If Equipped Universal Garage Door Opener —...
  • Page 165 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 (RKE) transmitter, if equipped. These lights are also operated individually as reading lights by pressing on the corresponding lens. Rear Passenger Courtesy/Reading Light NOTE: The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned off before leaving the vehicle.

  • Page 166: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to three remote controls (hand- held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home security systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s battery.

  • Page 167: Programming Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 Programming HomeLink WARNING! Before You Begin Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have not trained any of the HomeLink buttons, while you are training the Universal Transceiver. erase all channels before you begin training. Do not train the transceiver if people or pets are in To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for the path of the door or gate.
  • Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place the handheld transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openers from the Homelink buttons while keeping the EVIC may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted display in view.
  • Page 169 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 This can usually be found where the hanging antenna 6. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “training” wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is button. The name and color of the button may vary by NOT the button normally used to open and close the manufacturer.

  • Page 170: Gate Operator/Canadian Programming

    168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Gate Operator/Canadian Programming has successfully accepted the frequency signal. The EVIC Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter sig- display will change from “CHANNEL # TRAINING” to nals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of “CHANNEL # TRAINED.”...

  • Page 171: Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink Button The HomeLink Universal Transceiver is disabled when To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. follow these steps: Troubleshooting Tips 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here are some of the most common solutions: 2.

  • Page 172: General Information

    170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE General Information POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following console between the courtesy/reading lights.

  • Page 173: Open Sunroof - Express Mode

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 Open Sunroof — Express Mode WARNING! Momentarily pressing the switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature, causing the sunroof to open Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving automatically. During the Express Open operation, any unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a movement of the switch will stop the sunroof and it will number of reasons.

  • Page 174: Pinch Protect Override

    172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc- Sunshade Operation tion if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the release to Express Close. sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens. Pinch Protect Override NOTE: The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing,...

  • Page 175: Sunroof Maintenance

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Sunroof Maintenance Inside the top storage tray — with floor mounted Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean shifter. the glass panel. Sunroof Fully Closed Press the switch forward and release to ensure that the sunroof is fully closed.
  • Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Inside the upper lid of the center storage compartment — if equipped. Power Outlet — Rear Center Console The power outlet(s) have a fused direct feed from the battery to receive power whether the ignition is ON or Power Outlet —...
  • Page 177 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 NOTE: If desired, all of the power outlets can be CAUTION! converted by your authorized dealer to provide power with the ignition switch in the ON position only. Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in WARNING! use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).

  • Page 178: Cigar Lighter And Ash Receiver - If Equipped

    176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER — IF EQUIPPED A removable ash receiver and cigar lighter are available. For vehicles with a bench seat the cupholder tray can be used to hold the ash receiver. Ash Receiver and Cigar Lighter (Bench Seat) 1 —...

  • Page 179: Power Inverter Outlet - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 For vehicles equipped with an optional floor shifter. POWER INVERTER OUTLET — IF EQUIPPED A 115-Volt (150 Watts Maximum) outlet is located on the center stack of the instrument panel, to the right of the radio.
  • Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When the power inverter switch is pressed, there will be a delay of approximately one second before the power inverter status indicator turns on. The status indicator of the AC power inverter indicates whether the inverter is producing AC power.

  • Page 181: Cupholders

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 CUPHOLDERS Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — Floor Mounted Shifter Front Instrument Panel Cupholders — (40–20–40 For vehicles equipped with bucket seats and a floor Seats) mounted shifter there are two cupholders located in the The cupholders are located in the pull out tray located on floor console.

  • Page 182: Rear Cupholder - Quad Cab

    180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cupholder — Quad Cab Rear Cupholder — Crew Cab Quad Cab vehicles may be equipped with a rear cup- Crew Cab vehicles are equipped with rear cupholders holder that consists of two cup wells for rear passenger located in the center armrest.

  • Page 183: Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 STORAGE Glove Box Storage The glove box is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel and features both an upper and lower storage area. Glove Box 1 — Upper Glove Box 2 —...
  • Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open the upper glove box push upward on the handle To open the lower glove box, pull on the handle to release release. The glove box door will automatically open. the latch and lower the door. Upper Glove Box Lower Glove Box...

  • Page 185: Door Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 Door Storage Rear Door Storage — Quad Cab /Crew Cab Storage compartments are located in both the driver and Front Door Storage — If Equipped passenger door trim panels. Storage areas and bottle holders (drivers side only) are located in the door trim panels.

  • Page 186: Center Storage Compartment - If Equipped

    184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Center Storage Compartment — If Equipped WARNING! The center storage compartment is located between the driver and passenger seats. The storage compartment This armrest is not a seat. Anyone seated on the provides an armrest and contains both and upper and armrest could be seriously injured during vehicle lower storage area.
  • Page 187 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 Pull on the upper handle on the front of the armrest to With the upper lid closed, pull on the lower handle to raise the cover. The upper storage area contains a 12-Volt open the lower storage bin.

  • Page 188: Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin - If Equipped

    186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Second Row In-Floor Storage Bin — If Equipped To open in-floor storage bin, lift upward on the handle of In-floor storage bins are located in front of the second the latch and open the lid. row seats and can be used for extra storage.

  • Page 189: Seatback Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 Seatback Storage Storage (Regular Cab) Located in the back of both the driver and passenger The storage bin is located behind the front seats and runs front seats are pockets that can be used for storage. the length of the cab.

  • Page 190: Storage And Seats (Crew Cab)

    188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Storage and Seats (Crew Cab) Plastic Grocery Bag Retainers (Regular Cab The Crew Cab models provide additional storage under Models) the rear seats. Lift the seats to access the storage com- Retainer hooks which will hold plastic grocery bag partment.

  • Page 191: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle 189

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster and Heated Sideview Mirrors — If Equipped The electric rear window defroster and heated sideview mirrors are activated by pressing the heated grid button, located on the Climate Control panel, with the ignition ON.

  • Page 192: Fold Flat Load Floor - If Equipped

    190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE FOLD FLAT LOAD FLOOR — IF EQUIPPED Unfolding the Load Floor Quad Cab models with a 60/40 rear seat may be 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. equipped with a folding load floor. WARNING! Do not operate the vehicle with loose items stored on the load floor.
  • Page 193 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 2. Grasp the knob on the load floor and lift the knob until Positioning the Load Floor for Storage Access Under the load floor unfolds into position. the Seat 1. Lift the 60/40 seat cushion(s) to the upward position. 2.

  • Page 194: Pickup Box

    192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Reverse the procedure to put the load floor back in the WARNING! secured down position before you operate the vehicle. Do not drive with the load floor in the up position. PICKUP BOX When stopping fast or in an accident, the load floor could move to the down position causing serious Rambox —...
  • Page 195 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 Rambox Integrated Box Side Storage Bins CAUTION! Cargo storage bins are located on the both sides of the pickup box. The cargo storage bins provide watertight, Failure to follow the following items could cause lockable, illuminated storage for up to 150 lbs (68 kg) of damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To open a storage bin, press and release the pushbutton located at the rear of each storage bin. Pushing the switch located on the lid. The Rambox lid will open upward to once will turn off the bin lights, pushing the switch again allow hand access.

  • Page 197: Bed Extender - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 195 Cargo bins feature two removable drain plugs (to allow CAUTION! water to drain from bins). To remove plug, pull up on the edge. To install push plug downward into drain hole. Leaving the lid open for extended periods of time could cause the vehicle battery to discharge.
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To install the bed extender into the storage position, perform the following: 1. Make sure the center handle is unlocked using the vehicle key and rotate the center handle vertically to release the extender side gates. Center Handle and Lock 1 —...
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 197 2. With the side gates open, position the extender fully 3. Rotate the side gates closed allowing the outboard forward in the bed against the front panel. ends to be positioned in front of the cargo tie down loops. Storage Position Cargo Tie Down Loop...
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side Divider Position gates in the closed position. The divider position is intended for managing your cargo and assisting in keeping cargo from moving around the bed.
  • Page 201 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 199 2. With the side gates open, position the extender so the outboard ends align with the intended slots in the sides of the bed. Center Handle and Lock 1 — Center Handle Lock 2 —...
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Rotate the center handle horizontally to secure the side Extender Position gates in the closed position. The extender position allows you to load the bed of the truck beyond the tail gate. The bed extender will add an additional 15 in (38 cm) in the back of the truck when additional cargo room is needed.
  • Page 203 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201 2. Make sure the center handle is unlocked and rotate the center handle vertically in order to release the extender side gates. 3. Fit the end of the side gate ends onto the pin and handle.
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Rotate the handles to the horizontal position to secure WARNING! into place. To reduce the risk of potential injury or property damage: Cargo must be secured. Do not exceed cargo load rating of your vehicle. Secure all loads to truck utilizing cargo tie downs.

  • Page 205: Bed Rail Tie-Down System

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 203 Bed Rail Tie-Down System CAUTION! The maximum load per cleat should not exceed 250 lbs (113 kg) and the angle of the load on each cleat should not exceed 60 degrees above horizontal, or damage to the cleat or cleat rail may occur.
  • Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE out on the cleat and slide it to the detent nearest the To remove the cleats from the utility rail, remove the end desired location. Make sure the cleat is seated in the cap by pushing up on the locking tab, located on the detent and tighten the nut.

  • Page 207: Slide-In Campers

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 205 SLIDE-IN CAMPERS Disconnecting the Rear Camera — If Equipped Camper Applications 1. Open the tailgate to access the rear camera connector Certain truck models are not recommended for slide-in bracket located on the rear sill. campers.

  • Page 208: Removing The Tailgate

    206 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Remove the connector bracket from the sill by press- 4. Connect the chassis plug and bracket (provided in the ing inward in the locking tab. glove box) to the chassis wiring harness and insert the bracket back into the sill.

  • Page 209: Locking Tailgate - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 207 NOTE: Do not carry the tailgate loose in the truck pickup box. WARNING! To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, which is deadly, the exhaust system on vehicles equipped with “Cap or Slide-In Campers” should extend beyond the overhanging camper compartment and be free of leaks.

  • Page 211: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel Features ....212 EVIC Displays ..... . 235 Switch Bank Button Description .
  • Page 212 210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM/CD/DVD Radio (RER/REN) – Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio If Equipped ......249 With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius Radio.
  • Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 Selecting uconnect studios (Satellite) CD/DVD Maintenance ....279 Mode ......274 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones .

  • Page 214: Instrument Panel Features

    212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 - Headlight Switch 7 - 115v Power Inverter Outlet 13 - Transfer Case Position Switch 2 - Instrument Cluster 8 - Power Outlet 14 - Ignition Switch 3 - Radio 9 - Lower Switch Bank 15 - Hood Release 4 - Upper Switch Bank 10 - Cup Holders...

  • Page 215: Switch Bank Button Description

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 SWITCH BANK BUTTON DESCRIPTION 1. TOW/HAUL Refer to Section 5 for more information. Upper Switch Bank 2. ESP OFF The upper switch bank is located on the center of the Refer to Section 5 for more information. instrument panel.

  • Page 216: Lower Switch Bank

    214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Lower Switch Bank 1. HEATED SEAT Refer to Section 3 for more information. The lower switch bank is located on the center of the instrument panel. 2. VENTILATED SEAT Refer to Section 3 for more information. 3.

  • Page 217: Instrument Cluster - Base

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – BASE...

  • Page 218: Instrument Cluster - Premium

    216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – PREMIUM...

  • Page 219: Instrument Cluster Description

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indicator flashes at a rapid rate. 1. Tachometer The Tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per 3. Fuel Gauge minute. Shows level of fuel in tank when ignition switch is in the ON position.
  • Page 220 218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CAUTION! WARNING! Driving with a hot engine cooling system could A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H” others could be badly burned by steam or boiling pull over and stop the vehicle.
  • Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 rotate at the same speed. Low range provides a greater vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is gear reduction ratio to provide increased torque at the placed in the PARK position, the light should turn off. wheels.
  • Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 8. 4WD Indicator Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information This light indicates the vehicle is in four-wheel Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” in this section for more drive and 4LOCK. 4WD allows all four wheels information.
  • Page 223 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 221 13. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped 16. Odometer / Electronic Vehicle Information Center This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi- (EVIC) Display mately 15 seconds, when the vehicle security Odometer alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has until the vehicle is disarmed.
  • Page 224 222 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the appropriate conditions exist, the following display the engine hour value. The engine hours will be messages will display: displayed for a period of 30 seconds until the ignition is turned OFF or the engine is started. CHAngE OIL .
  • Page 225 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223 change indicator system is duty cycle-based, which 17. Engine Temperature Warning Light means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate This light warns of an overheated engine condi- dependent upon your personal driving style. tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- proaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a Unless reset, this message will continue to display each single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.
  • Page 226 224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indi- Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” in this section for more cator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information information. Center (EVIC).
  • Page 227 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 NOTE: 23. Brake Warning Light If the gauge pointer moves to either extreme of the This light monitors various brake functions, gauge, the “Check Gauges” indicator will illuminate including brake fluid level and parking brake and a single chime will sound.
  • Page 228 226 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- WARNING! ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on dangerous.
  • Page 229 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227 The light also will turn on when the parking brake is Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information applied with the ignition switch in the ON position. Center (EVIC) — If Equipped” in this section for more information.
  • Page 230 228 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subse- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as quent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
  • Page 231 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 229 26. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) CAUTION! The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic (OBDII) system which The TPMS has been optimized for the original monitors the emissions and engine control sys- equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 232 230 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not 28. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as This light indicates when the front fog lights are soon as possible.
  • Page 233 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231 30. Transmission Temperature Light check. During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is This light indicates that there is excessive trans- unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or mission fluid temperature that might occur when driving, if the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled, with severe usage such as trailer towing.
  • Page 234 232 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indi- For vehicles equipped with a premium cluster this indi- cator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information cator will display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to ”Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).

  • Page 235: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 233 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER NOTE: The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating, (EVIC) — IF EQUIPPED eliminating the need to manually calibrate the compass. The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- This system conveniently allows the driver to select a tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the variety of useful information by pressing the switches instrument cluster.
  • Page 236 234 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Audio Modes display Steering wheel EVIC control button as it appears on the right side of the Steering wheel EVIC control button, as steering wheel. it appears on the left side of the steer- ing wheel. Press and release the SELECT button for access to main menus, sub menus or to select a Press and release the UP button to scroll up-...

  • Page 237: Evic Displays

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 235 EVIC Displays Park Assist Disabled When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC displays Service Park Assist System the following messages: Personal Settings Not Available — Vehicle Not in Park Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime, if vehicle is in motion) EVIC Warning Lights Hood Ajar (if equipped with hood switch)
  • Page 238 236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light does not show how much oil is in the engine. This light informs you of a problem with the The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
  • Page 239 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237 Engine Temperature Warning Light SERV 4WD This light warns of an overheated engine condi- The SERV 4WD light monitors the electric shift tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap- 4WD system. If the SERV 4WD light stays on or proaches H, this indicator will illuminate and a comes on during driving, it means that the single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.
  • Page 240 238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles at scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see an authorized indicator system is duty-cycle based, which means the dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 241: Distance To Empty (Dte)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239 NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the start the engine, the oil change indicator system did not LOW FUEL text and a new DTE value will display. reset.

  • Page 242: System (Customer Information Features)

    240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press the ODOMETER/TRIP ODOMETER button to To Reset The Display cycle through all the Trip Computer functions. Reset will only occur while a resettable function is being displayed. Press and release the ODOMETER/TRIP The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa- ODOMETER button once to clear the resettable function tion.

  • Page 243: Compass Display

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Oil Temperature display CAL until the compass is calibrated. You may Displays the actual oil temperature. also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360–degree turns (in an area free from large metal or Oil Pressure metallic objects) until the CAL indicator displayed in the Displays the actual oil pressure.
  • Page 244 242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the DOWN button until “Calibrate Compass” is NOTE: Keep magnetic materials away from the top of displayed in the EVIC. the instrument panel, such as iPod’s, Cell Phones, Lap- tops and Radar Detectors. This is where the compass 4.

  • Page 245: Customer-Programmable Features (Setup)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 243 2. Press the UP or DOWN button until the Setup Press and release the UP or DOWN button until Setup (Customer-Programmable Features) menu is reached, displays in the EVIC. then press the SELECT button. Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of the 3.
  • Page 246 244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL route, mile by mile, turn-by-turn until the final destina- opened. To make your selection, press and release the tion is reached. To make your selection, press and release SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to the the SELECT button until a check-mark appears next to feature showing the system has been activated, or the the feature showing the system has been activated or the...
  • Page 247 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 245 RKE Linked To Memory feature showing the system has been activated or the When this feature is selected the memory seat, mirror, check-mark is removed, showing the system has been and radio settings will return to the memory set position deactivated.
  • Page 248 246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL button until a check-mark appears next to the feature system has been activated or the check-mark is removed, showing the system has been activated or the check-mark showing the system has been deactivated. is removed, showing the system has been deactivated. Key-Off Power Delay Headlamp Off Delay When this feature is selected, the power window...
  • Page 249 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247 Hill Start Assist (HSA) NOTE: The seat will return to the memorized seat When on is selected, the HSA system is active. Refer to location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set “HSA (Hill Start Assistance)” under “Electronic Brake to ON) when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the Control System”...

  • Page 250: Electronic Digital Clock

    248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Remote Start Comfort Sys. ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK When this feature is selected and the remote start is The clock and radio each use the display panel built into activated, the heated steering wheel and driver heated the radio.

  • Page 251: Clock Setting Procedure

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 Clock Setting Procedure AM/FM/CD/DVD RADIO (RER/REN) – IF EQUIPPED 1. Press and hold the time button until the hours blink. NOTE: The sales code is located on the lower right side 2. Adjust the hours by turning the right side Tune/ of the unit’s faceplate.

  • Page 252: Operating Instructions - Uconnect Phone - If Equipped

    250 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — uconnect phone — If 4. To move the hour forward, touch the screen where the word “Hour” with the arrow pointing upward is dis- Equipped Refer to “uconnect phone” in Section 3. played.
  • Page 253 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 251 2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The Changing the Time Zone clock setting menu will appear on the screen. 1. Turn on the radio. 3. When this feature is on, a check mark will appear in 2.

  • Page 254: Sales Code Res - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack)

    252 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right position to operate the radio.
  • Page 255 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 253 to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio 4. Adjust the minutes using the right side TUNE/ will remain tuned to the new station until you make SCROLL control knob. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control another selection.
  • Page 256 254 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a second Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to time and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL exit setting tone, balance, and fade. control knob to the right or left to increase or decrease the AM/FM Button mid-range tones.

  • Page 257: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 255 SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AM Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And and 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory. MP3 Audio Play The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by NOTE: pressing the pushbutton twice.
  • Page 258 256 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio EJECT Button - Ejecting a CD ON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode and Press the EJECT button to eject the CD. begin to play when you insert the disc.

  • Page 259: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 257 the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEK SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) button will allow faster scrolling through the tracks in Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD and MP3 modes. Random Play.
  • Page 260 258 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported Medium Formats (File Systems) exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension. display.) When reading discs recorded using formats other than Maximum number of characters in file/folder names:...
  • Page 261 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 259 Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- Specification quency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.

  • Page 262: Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode

    260 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Playback of MP3 Files Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack, which radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium allows the user to plug in a portable device, such as an contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more MP3 player, or cassette player, and utilize the vehicle’s...

  • Page 263: Sales Code Res/Rsc - Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player (Mp3 Aux Jack) And Sirius Radio

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 261 SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREO Operating Instructions — Radio Mode RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) AND NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC SIRIUS RADIO position to operate the radio. NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower right Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary) side of the radio faceplate.
  • Page 264 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radio If your vehicle is not equipped with or this feature is not will remain tuned to the new station until you make available on your vehicle, a “Not Equipped With another selection.
  • Page 265 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 263 5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds. TUNE Control Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button. to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the frequency. For vehicles equipped with satellite radio, press the SETUP button, use the TUNE/SCROLL control to select Setting the Tone, Balance, and Fade...
  • Page 266 264 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust the Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button to select the following sound level from the right or left side speakers. format types: 16-Digit Character Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth time Program Type Display and FADE will display.
  • Page 267 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 265 station with the same selected Music Type name. The 16-Digit Character Program Type Music Type function only operates when in the FM Display mode. Personality Persnlty Public Public If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type (Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be Rhythm and Blues R &...

  • Page 268: Operation Instructions - Cd Mode For Cd And Mp3 Audio Play

    266 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SET/RND Button — To Set the Pushbutton Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding Memory button number will display. When you are receiving a station that you wish to Buttons 1 - 6 commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET/RND These buttons tune the radio to the stations that you button.
  • Page 269 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 267 Inserting Compact Disc(s) CAUTION! (Continued) Gently insert one CD into the CD player with the CD Do not use adhesive labels. These labels can peel label facing up. The CD will automatically be pulled into away and jam the player mechanism.

  • Page 270: Notes On Playing Mp3 Files

    268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Ejecting with the ignition OFF is not allowed on AM/FM Button convertible or soft-top models (if equipped). Press the button to select either AM or FM mode. SEEK Button SET/RND Button (Random Play Button) Press the right SEEK button for the next selection on the Press this button while the CD is playing to activate CD.
  • Page 271 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 269 Supported Media (Disc Types) a number instead. With a maximum number of files, The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3. 200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this display.) Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)
  • Page 272 270 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Supported MP3 File Formats MPEG Sampling Fre- Bit Rate (kbps) The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten- Specification quency (kHz) sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3 320, 256, 224, extension may cause playback problems.

  • Page 273: List Button (Cd Mode For Mp3 Play)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 271 Playback of MP3 Files LIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play) When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium on the disc.

  • Page 274: Uconnect Studios (Satellite Radio) - If Equipped (Ren/Rer/Res Radios Only)

    272 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode) to return to elapsed time display. Press this button to change the display to time of day. The time of day will display for five seconds (when the Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode ignition is OFF).

  • Page 275: System Activation

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 273 sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil- Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification dren, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios. Number (ESN/SID) Please have the following information available when NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has calling: limited coverage in Alaska.

  • Page 276: Selecting Uconnect Studios (Satellite) Mode

    274 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ESN/SID Access With REN/RER Radios Reception Quality While in SAT mode, press the MENU button on the radio Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the faceplate. following reasons: Next, touch the SUBSCRIPTION tab on the touch screen. The vehicle is parked in an underground parking All the ESNs that apply to your vehicle will display.

  • Page 277: Operating Instructions - Uconnect Studios (Satellite) Mode

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 Operating Instructions - uconnect studios INFO Button (Satellite) Mode Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa- tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail- NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC able).
  • Page 278 276 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MUSIC TYPE Button SETUP Button Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button following items: or turning the Tune/Scroll control knob within five Display Sirius ID number —...

  • Page 279: Operating Instructions - Uconnect Phone (If Equipped)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 277 You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by Operating Instructions - uconnect phone (If repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press Equipped) the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display Refer to “uconnect phone”...

  • Page 280: Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped

    278 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center. Pressing the top of the switch EQUIPPED The remote sound system controls are located on the rear will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the surface of the steering wheel.

  • Page 281: Cd Player

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279 The button located in the center of the left hand control CD/DVD MAINTENANCE will tune to the next pre-set station that you have To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following programmed in the radio pre-set pushbuttons. precautions: CD Player 1.

  • Page 282: Radio Operation And Cellular Phones

    280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particu- CLIMATE CONTROLS lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e. scratched, reflective The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating oversized, or have protection encoding.
  • Page 283 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281 Front Blower Control There are four blower speeds. Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise from the OFF position.
  • Page 284 282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control Mode Control (Air Direction) Use this control to regulate the tem- Mode control allows you to choose perature of the air inside the passenger from several patterns of air distribu- compartment. Rotating the knob coun- tion.
  • Page 285 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 283 air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in comfort during sunny but cool conditions. MIX and DEFROST, or a blend of these modes even if the A/C button is not pressed.
  • Page 286 284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Air Outlets If the RECIRCULATION button is pressed when the The airflow from each of the instrument panel outlets can system is in Mix or Defrost mode the Recirculation be adjusted for direction, and turned on or off to control LED indicator will flash three times and then turn off airflow.

  • Page 287: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 Air Conditioning Operation Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Push this button to engage the Air Equipped Conditioning (A/C). A light will illu- Two-zone ATC allows both driver and front passenger minate when the A/C system is seat occupants to select individual comfort settings.
  • Page 288 286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The infrared two-zone ATC system automatically main- tains the interior comfort level desired by the driver and all passengers. This is accomplished by an infrared sensor, located in the forward overhead console. Based on the sensor input, the system automatically adjusts the air temperature, the airflow volume, amount of outside air recirculation and the airflow direction.
  • Page 289 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 287 Automatic Operation the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible. 1. Position the MODE control knob to the Auto position on the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel. The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric units by selecting the US/M customer-programmable 2.
  • Page 290 288 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Operation selected. This allows the front occupants to control the This system offers a full complement of manual override volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the features. Auto mode. NOTE: Each of these features operate independently The operator can also select the direction of the airflow from each other.
  • Page 291 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 289 Floor Mode The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of operator to manually activate or deactivate the air air is directed through the defrost and side window conditioning system.

  • Page 292: Summer Operation

    290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Recirculation mode should only be used temporarily. The Winter Operation recirculation LED will illuminate on the blower control To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor- knob when this button is selected. Push the button a mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function- second time to turn off the Recirculation mode LED and ing properly and the proper amount, type, and concen-...

  • Page 293: Window Fogging And Frosting

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291 Window Fogging and Frosting Outside Air Intake Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside of the glass in Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the mild, rainy and/or humid weather. Windows may frost windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.

  • Page 294: Operating Tips

    292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips...
  • Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....297 Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override ......301 Normal Starting .
  • Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING NVG 246 Transfer Case Operating Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System ..335 Information/Precautions (5 Position Switch) Electronic Brake Control System ... 336 —...
  • Page 297 STARTING AND OPERATING 295 Tire Pressure ..... . . 356 Snow Tires ......366 Tire Inflation Pressures .
  • Page 298 296 STARTING AND OPERATING Flexible Fuel (4.7L Engine Only) — Trailer Towing ......385 If Equipped ......378 Common Towing Definitions .

  • Page 299: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 297 STARTING PROCEDURES Normal Starting Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both Normal starting of either a warm or cold engine is inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt. obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal.

  • Page 300: If Engine Fails To Start

    298 STARTING AND OPERATING Tip Start Feature WARNING! Do not press the accelerator. Turn the ignition key briefly to the START position and release it. The starter motor Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into will continue to run but will automatically disengage the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to when the engine is running.

  • Page 301: After Starting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 299 If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED have enough power to continue running when the key is The engine block heater warms the engine and permits released.

  • Page 302: Automatic Transmission

    300 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! (Continued) Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. into any forward gear when the engine is above Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord could cause idle speed.

  • Page 303: Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 301 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) system that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. To move the shift lever out of the PARK position, the ignition switch must be turned to the ON position (engine not running) and the brake pedal must be depressed.
  • Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING standard sized screwdriver or similar tool. While press- ing the override tab, move the shift lever out of the PARK position. Center Console Shifter There is an override for the BTSI that allows you to move the shift lever out of the PARK position if an electrical system malfunction occurs (i.e., dead battery).

  • Page 305: 4-Speed Automatic Transmission (3.7L Engine)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 303 4–Speed Automatic Transmission (3.7L Engine) motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. Always apply the parking brake NOTE: Under extremely cold temperatures (-6°F (-21°C) first, then place the shift lever in the PARK position. and when in DRIVE, transmission operation may be briefly limited to only second gear operation.
  • Page 306 304 STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE DRIVE Use this range only after the vehicle has come to a For most city and highway driving. complete stop. 2 (Second) NEUTRAL For moderate grades and to assist braking on dry pave- Shift into NEUTRAL when the vehicle is standing for ment or in mud and snow.
  • Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 Overdrive Operation gear for operation at this temperature. Normal operation The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec- will resume when the transmission fluid temperature has tronically controlled fourth and fifth gear (OVERDRIVE). risen to a suitable level. The transmission will automatically shift from third gear If the transmission temperature gets extremely hot, the to OVERDRIVE if the following conditions are present:...
  • Page 308 306 STARTING AND OPERATING performance and reduce the potential for transmission The TOW/HAUL light will illuminate in the instrument overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When cluster to indicate when the switch has been activated. operating in TOW/HAUL mode, the transmission will Pressing the switch a second time restores normal opera- shift to third gear and fourth gear will be enabled under tion.

  • Page 309: 5-Speed Automatic Transmission (4.7L/5.7L Engine)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 307 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds, then restart the en- 5–Speed Automatic Transmission (4.7L/5.7L gine. Engine) The shift lever display located in the instrument panel 5. Move the shift lever to the desired gear range. cluster indicates the transmission gear range. The shift If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will lever is mounted either on the right side of the steering return to normal operation.
  • Page 310 308 STARTING AND OPERATING into 3 (third gear), the transmission will never shift above third gear, but can shift down to 2 (second gear) or 1 (first gear), when needed. Console Shift Lever On vehicles equipped with 4.7L or 5.7L engines, use of ERS (or TOW/HAUL mode) also enables an additional underdrive gear which is not normally used during Column Shift Lever...
  • Page 311 STARTING AND OPERATING 309 through third gear are underdrive gears, and fourth gear WARNING! is direct drive. ERS fifth gear (Overdrive) is the same as the normal fourth gear. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their When in the DRIVE position in 1st through 4th gear, the grip and the vehicle could skid.
  • Page 312 310 STARTING AND OPERATING Gear Ranges WARNING! Do not race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL position into another gear range. Never use the PARK position on an automatic transmission as a substitute for the parking brake. PARK Always apply the parking brake fully when This gear position supplements the parking brake by parked to guard against vehicle movement and...
  • Page 313 STARTING AND OPERATING 311 DRIVE WARNING! (Continued) This position provides all forward gears, including third It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of PARK gear direct and fourth or fifth gear overdrive (Refer to or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than Overdrive Operation).
  • Page 314 312 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem- When To Use TOW/HAUL Mode peratures, the transmission may not shift into Overdrive When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a and will automatically select the most desirable gear for heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc- operation at this temperature.
  • Page 315 STARTING AND OPERATING 313 Pressing the switch a second time restores normal opera- tion. If the TOW/HAUL mode is desired, the button must be pressed each time the engine is started. Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle.

  • Page 316: Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped

    314 STARTING AND OPERATING cold. This is normal. Pressing the TOW/HAUL switch FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF when the transmission is sufficiently warm will demon- EQUIPPED strate that the transmission is able to shift into and out of Four-wheel drive trucks are equipped with a electroni- overdrive.
  • Page 317 STARTING AND OPERATING 315 Neutral (NEUTRAL) This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be driven in the two-wheel drive position (2WD) for normal street and highway conditions (dry, hard surfaced roads). When additional traction is required, the transfer case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together, forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed.
  • Page 318 316 STARTING AND OPERATING left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch. The transfer If One or More Shift Conditions Are Not Met case NEUTRAL position is to be used for recreational 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain towing only.
  • Page 319 STARTING AND OPERATING 317 Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends WARNING! on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the Always engage the parking brake when powering transfer case.

  • Page 320: Shifting Procedure

    318 STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below: Neutral - Disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle.
  • Page 321 STARTING AND OPERATING 319 light will turn OFF, the selected position indicator light position indicator light will flash and the original posi- will flash until the transfer case completes the shift. tion indicator light will remain ON. At this time, reduce When the shift is complete, the indicator light for the speed and stop spinning the wheels to complete the shift.

  • Page 322: Nvg 246 Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions (5 Position Switch) - If Equipped

    320 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. After the desired position indicator light is ON (not The ignition key must be ON for a shift to take place flashing), shift the transmission back into gear. and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the key is not ON, the shift will not take place and no Alternate Procedure position indicator lights will be on or flashing.
  • Page 323 STARTING AND OPERATING 321 Four-wheel drive low range (4WD LOW) Neutral (NEUTRAL) This electronically shifted transfer case is designed to be driven in the two–wheel drive position (2WD) or four- wheel drive position (4WD AUTO) for normal street and highway conditions (dry hard surfaced roads). Driving the vehicle in 2WD will have greater fuel economy benefits as the front axle is not engaged in 2WD.
  • Page 324 322 STARTING AND OPERATING the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is Transfer case position indicator lights are located on the accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to the instrument cluster and indicate the current and desired desired position.
  • Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 323 If One or More Shift Conditions are not Met WARNING! 1. The indicator light for the current position will remain Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the SERVICE 4WD light is 2.
  • Page 326 324 STARTING AND OPERATING Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends For additional information on the appropriate use of each on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each transfer case mode position see the information below: wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case.

  • Page 327: Shifting Procedure

    STARTING AND OPERATING 325 4WD LOW light will continue to flash until all the requirements Four-Wheel Drive Low Range - Low speed four-wheel for the selected position have been met. To retry a shift: drive. Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. return the control knob back to the original position, Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same make certain all shift requirements have been met,...
  • Page 328 326 STARTING AND OPERATING stopped, the ignition key must be in the ON position with 4. After the desired position indicator light is ON (not the engine either running or off. This shift cannot be flashing), shift transmission back into gear. completed if the key is in the accessory position.

  • Page 329: Limited-Slip Differential - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 327 NOTE: The ignition key must be ON for a shift to take one rear wheel on an excessively slippery surface, slight place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. momentary application of the parking brake may be If the key is not ON then the shift will not take place and necessary to gain maximum traction.

  • Page 330: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    328 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES DRIVING THROUGH WATER When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a Driving through water more than a few inches/ wedge of water to build up between the tire and road centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure surface.

  • Page 331: Shallow Standing Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 329 Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through Driving through standing water may cause dam- shallow standing water, consider the following Caution age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al- and Warning before doing so. ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission/transaxle, axle, etc.) for signs of con- CAUTION!

  • Page 332: Driving Off-Road

    330 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVING OFF-ROAD WARNING! Care should be taken when attempting to climb steep hills or driving diagonally across a hill or slope. If natural Driving through standing water limits your vehi- obstacles force you to travel diagonally up or down a hill, cle’s traction capabilities.

  • Page 333: Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 331 NOTE: After off-road usage, particularly in sand or POWER STEERING mud, inspect the underside of the vehicle for accumu- The standard power steering system will give you good lated dirt at the propeller shaft, axles, U-joints, brake vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability rotors and calipers.

  • Page 334: Power Steering Fluid Check

    332 STARTING AND OPERATING apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici- WARNING! pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho- rized dealer. Continued operation with reduced power steering assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. No chemical flushes should be used in any power Service should be obtained as soon as possible.

  • Page 335: Parking Brake

    STARTING AND OPERATING 333 PARKING BRAKE The foot-operated parking brake is positioned below the lower left corner of the instrument panel. To release the parking brake, pull the parking brake release handle. NOTE: The instrument cluster red brake warning light will come on and flash to indicate that the parking brake is applied.

  • Page 336: Brake System

    334 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, turn the front wheels toward the WARNING! curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or The parking brake should always be applied whenever injury.

  • Page 337: Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 335 Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System When you are in a severe braking condition involving The Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is de- use of the ABS, you will experience some pedal drop as signed to aid the driver in maintaining vehicle control the vehicle comes to a complete stop.

  • Page 338: Electronic Brake Control System

    336 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) The capabilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle must Pumping of the anti-lock brakes will diminish never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety Pumping makes the stopping distance longer.

  • Page 339: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 337 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) WARNING! (Continued) The ABS aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including under adverse braking conditions. The system controls those resulting from excessive speed in turns, hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lockup and following another vehicle too closely, or hydro- help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.

  • Page 340: Bas (Brake Assist System)

    338 STARTING AND OPERATING spinning faster than the other, the system will apply the receive the benefit of BAS, you must apply continuous brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow more engine braking pressure during the stopping sequence. Do not torque to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.

  • Page 341: Hsa (Hill Start Assist)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 339 During operation, HSA will activate the brake control WARNING! (Continued) system and a clicking noise may occur. If your foot is on The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must the brake pedal during operation you may feel a slight never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous pedal movement.
  • Page 342 340 STARTING AND OPERATING Towing and Hauling with HSA WARNING! The HSA system does not know if your vehicle is loaded or towing a trailer unless the TOW/HAUL switch, lo- There may be situations on minor hills (i.e., less than cated on the center stack, is selected.
  • Page 343 STARTING AND OPERATING 341 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) HSA is not a parking brake. If you stop the vehicle If you use a trailer brake controller with your on a hill without putting the transmission in trailer, your trailer brakes may be activated and PARK or using the parking brake, it will roll down deactivated with the brake switch.

  • Page 344: Esp (Electronic Stability Program)

    342 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. With the engine running, the brake applied, and the EVIC Equipped Vehicles clutch out, rotate the steering wheel 180° counterclock- HSA is a Customer Programmable Feature on a EVIC wise from center. equipped vehicle. If you wish to turn off the HSA feature, refer to “Customer Programmable Features/Electronic 4.
  • Page 345 STARTING AND OPERATING 343 Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than appropriate for the steering wheel position. Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position. ESP/TCS Indicator Light The “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” located in the instrument cluster, starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes active.
  • Page 346 344 STARTING AND OPERATING position (2WD/4WD AUTO/4WD LOCK/4WD LOW/ WARNING! NEUTRAL) transfer case. If you have a 4WD vehicle, and want to determine which transfer case is on your vehicle ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics and how to operate it, refer to the “Four Wheel Drive from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the Operation”...
  • Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING 345 ESP Partial Off overcome, turn ESP back on by momentarily depressing This mode is entered by momentarily depressing the ESP the ESP OFF switch. This may be done while the vehicle OFF switch. When in Partial Off mode, the TCS portion is in motion.
  • Page 348 346 STARTING AND OPERATING holding the ESP OFF switch for five seconds when the off-road driving but ESP function returns to provide the vehicle is stopped and the engine is running. After five stability feature at speeds above 40 mph (64 km/h). The seconds, the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light”...
  • Page 349 STARTING AND OPERATING 347 this light remains on after several ignition cycles and the WARNING! vehicle has been driven several miles/kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your autho- With the ESP switched off, the enhanced vehicle rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem stability offered by ESP is unavailable.

  • Page 350: Tsc (Trailer Sway Control)

    348 STARTING AND OPERATING TSC (Trailer Sway Control) TSC is only active in the default “ESP On” mode. TSC can The TSC system uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize be disabled by pressing the ESP OFF switch and entering an excessively swaying trailer and will take the appro- “ESP Partial Off”...

  • Page 351: Tire Safety Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 349 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION NOTE: P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. European-Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards.
  • Page 352 350 STARTING AND OPERATING Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T” High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M. into the sidewall.
  • Page 353 STARTING AND OPERATING 351 EXAMPLE: R = Construction code — R means radial construction — D means diagonal or bias construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol —...

  • Page 354: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    352 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Load Identification: ..blank..= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire Extra Load (XL) = Extra load (or reinforced) tire Light Load = Light load tire C, D, E = Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure Maximum Load —...
  • Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING 353 EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation — This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)

  • Page 356: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    354 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure This placard tells you important information about the: Tire Placard Location 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed 2) total weight your vehicle can carry on the driver’s side B-Pillar.
  • Page 357 STARTING AND OPERATING 355 axles must not be exceeded. For further information on 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas- GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg. “Vehicle Loading” in this section. 4.

  • Page 358: Tires - General Information

    356 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION The following table shows examples on how to calcu- Tire Pressure late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and of your vehicle with varying seating configurations satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
  • Page 359 STARTING AND OPERATING 357...

  • Page 360: Tire Inflation Pressures

    358 STARTING AND OPERATING Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability WARNING! (Continued) Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob- Overinflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride. lems. You could lose control of your vehicle. Tire Inflation Pressures Overinflated or underinflated tires can affect ve- The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the...

  • Page 361: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    STARTING AND OPERATING 359 Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the Winter.

  • Page 362: Radial Ply Tires

    360 STARTING AND OPERATING loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- Radial Ply Tires tion. Refer to original equipment or an authorized tire WARNING! dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle WARNING! poorly.

  • Page 363: Limited-Use Spare - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 361 vehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, the Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel original tire should be repaired (or replaced) and rein- on the vehicle at any given time. stalled at the first opportunity. CAUTION! WARNING! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take...

  • Page 364: Tire Spinning

    362 STARTING AND OPERATING For additional information, refer to “Freeing A Stuck WARNING! Vehicle” in Section 6. The limited-use spare tires are for emergency use WARNING! only. Installation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.

  • Page 365: Life Of Tire

    STARTING AND OPERATING 363 Many states have laws requiring tire replacement at this point. Life of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: Driving style Tire pressure Distance driven WARNING! 1 —...

  • Page 366: Replacement Tires

    364 STARTING AND OPERATING Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little WARNING! exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease, and gasoline. Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle.

  • Page 367: Supplemental Tire Pressure Information - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 365 TIRE CHAINS WARNING! (Continued) Use “Class S” chains, or other traction aids that meet SAE Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having Type “S” specifications. adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire NOTE: Chains must be the proper size for the vehicle as failure and loss of vehicle control.

  • Page 368: 366 Starting And Operating

    366 STARTING AND OPERATING These cautions apply to all chain traction devices, includ- CAUTION! (Continued) ing link and cable (radial) chains. Install chains as tightly as possible and then Tire chain use is permitted only on the rear tires of 4X2 retighten after driving about 0.5 mile (0.8 km).

  • Page 369: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    STARTING AND OPERATING 367 poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- hibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked before using these tire types. TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions.

  • Page 370: Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms)

    368 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) will warn normal and there should be no adjustment for this the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle increased pressure.
  • Page 371 STARTING AND OPERATING 369 have been received. The vehicle may need to be driven CAUTION! for up to 10 minutes above 15 mph (25 km/h) to receive this information. The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures have As an example, assume your vehicle has a recommended been established for the tire size equipped on your cold tire inflation placard pressure (parked for more than...

  • Page 372: Tire Pressure Monitor System Components

    370 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance, nor to provide warning of a tire the tire.
  • Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING 371 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings key is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp will system fault still exists. A system fault can occur by any illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au- of the following scenarios: dible chime will be activated when one or more of 1.

  • Page 374: General Information

    372 STARTING AND OPERATING 1. This spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitor- Light will turn OFF, as long as no tire pressure is below ing sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor the tire the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires.

  • Page 375: Fuel Requirements

    STARTING AND OPERATING 373 FUEL REQUIREMENTS Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to All engines are designed to meet all emis- your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at sions regulations and provide excellent high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is fuel economy and performance when us- required.

  • Page 376: Reformulated Gasoline

    374 STARTING AND OPERATING Reformulated Gasoline CAUTION! Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” Do not use gasoline containing Methanol or E85 Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe- Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- and drivability problems and may damage critical prove air quality.

  • Page 377: Mmt In Gasoline

    STARTING AND OPERATING 375 If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: exposure to E-85 fuel. operate in a lean mode MMT In Gasoline MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is OBD II “Malfunction Indicator Light”...

  • Page 378: Materials Added To Fuel

    376 STARTING AND OPERATING Materials Added To Fuel CAUTION! (Continued) All gasoline sold in the United States is required to An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to detergents or other additives is not needed under normal overheat.

  • Page 379: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    STARTING AND OPERATING 377 NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control WARNING! (Continued) systems can result in civil penalties being assessed Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon against you. monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can Carbon Monoxide Warnings kill.

  • Page 380: Flexible Fuel (4.7L Engine Only) - If Equipped

    378 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! Keep the trunk/liftgate/swing gate closed when Only vehicles with the yellow E-85 fuel filler cap (gas driving your vehicle to prevent carbon monoxide cap) can operate on E-85. and other poisonous exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.

  • Page 381: Ethanol Fuel (E-85)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 379 ETHANOL FUEL (E-85) NOTE: For best results, a refueling pattern that alter- E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel ethanol and nates between E-85 and unleaded gasoline should be 15% unleaded gasoline. avoided. When you do switch fuel types it is recommended that: WARNING! you do not switch when the fuel gauge indicates less Ethanol vapors are extremely flammable and could...

  • Page 382: Selection Of Engine Oil For Flexible Fuel Vehicles (E-85) And Gasoline Vehicles

    380 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: When the ambient temperature is above 90°F Starting (32°C), you may experience hard starting and rough idle The characteristics of E-85 fuel make it unsuitable for use following start up even if the above recommendations are when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).

  • Page 383: Replacement Parts

    STARTING AND OPERATING 381 Replacement Parts Insert fuel nozzle and begin dispensing fuel. When the Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure CAUTION! that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol, com- patible parts.

  • Page 384: Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message

    382 STARTING AND OPERATING Loose Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) Message WARNING! (Continued) If the vehicles diagnostic system determines that the fuel A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a filler cap in loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a portable container that is inside of a vehicle.

  • Page 385: Vehicle Loading

    STARTING AND OPERATING 383 VEHICLE LOADING Payload The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load Certification Label weight a truck can carry, including the weight of the As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- driver, all passengers, options and cargo. istration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.
  • Page 386 384 STARTING AND OPERATING Rim Size The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer- This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size cial scale to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded. listed. The weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should then be determined separately to be sure that the load is Inflation Pressure...

  • Page 387: Trailer Towing

    STARTING AND OPERATING 385 Common Towing Definitions CAUTION! The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
  • Page 388 386 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) Tongue Weight (TW) The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the and trailer when weighed in combination. (Note that hitch ball by the trailer.
  • Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Weight-Carrying Hitch in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it pro- A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or steering and brake control, thereby enhancing towing some other connecting point of the truck.
  • Page 390 388 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch system may reduce handling, stability and braking performance and could result in an accident. Weight distributing systems may not be compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recre- ational Vehicle dealer for additional information.
  • Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING 389 EXAMPLE — With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct) EXAMPLE — Improper Adjustment of Weight- Distributing Hitch (Incorrect) Fifth-Wheel Hitch The fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed.

  • Page 392: Trailer Hitch Classification

    390 STARTING AND OPERATING Gooseneck Hitch Weight Ratings)” for the website address that contains The gooseneck hitch employs a pivoted coupling arm the necessary information for your specific drivetrain. which attaches to a ball mounted in the bed of a pickup Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions truck.

  • Page 393: Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

    (Canada). Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the GTW Consider the following items when computing the on the tow hitch of your vehicle.

  • Page 394: Towing Requirements

    392 STARTING AND OPERATING The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment CAUTION! put in or on your vehicle Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles The weight of the driver and all passengers. (805 km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may dam- NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the age your vehicle.
  • Page 395 STARTING AND OPERATING 393 Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. WARNING! (Continued) When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer vehicle. Put the tow vehicle transmission in PARK. With and will not shift during travel.
  • Page 396 394 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This When replacing tires, refer to “Tires–General Informa- requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the tion” for proper tire replacement procedures. Replac- 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of ing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will not total trailer weight).
  • Page 397 STARTING AND OPERATING 395 Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights and Wiring CAUTION! Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) motoring safety.
  • Page 398 396 STARTING AND OPERATING The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer to the following illustrations. 4-Pin Connector 1 — Female Pins 4 — Park 2 — Male Pin 5 —...

  • Page 399: Towing Tips

    STARTING AND OPERATING 397 WARNING! Any work done to the vehicle’s electrical system or wiring should be performed by a qualified automo- tive technician. If done improperly it may cause damage to the electrical system wiring and could result in serious or fatal injury. Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer up in an area away from heavy...
  • Page 400 398 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Using “TOW/HAUL” mode or a lower gear Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped range while operating the vehicle under heavy operating − Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads. conditions will improve performance and extend trans- mission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build −...

  • Page 401: Snowplow

    STARTING AND OPERATING 399 − Air Conditioning CAUTION! Turn off temporarily. Using this vehicle for snowplow applications can SNOWPLOW cause damage to the vehicle. NOTE: Do not use this model vehicle for snowplow applications. WARNING! Attaching a snowplow to this vehicle could adversely WARNING! affect performance of the airbag system in an acci- Snowplows and other aftermarket equipment should...

  • Page 402: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    400 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND Recreational Towing – 4-Wheel Drive Models MOTORHOME, ETC.) CAUTION! CAUTION! Failure to follow these requirements can cause severe Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used. Internal damage to the transmission and/or transfer case. damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur NOTE: The electronic shift transfer cases must be...
  • Page 403 STARTING AND OPERATING 401 Recreational Towing Procedure — Electronic Shift 6. Press the transfer case switch NEUTRAL button for Transfer Case — If Equipped four seconds. Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for 7. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL light recreational towing: comes on, release the NEUTRAL button.
  • Page 404 402 STARTING AND OPERATING 16. Release the parking brake. CAUTION! NOTE: Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans- Steps 1 through 5 are requirements that must be met mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in prior to depressing the NEUTRAL button, and must NEUTRAL and the engine running.
  • Page 405 STARTING AND OPERATING 403 5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. requirements (with the exception of step 3 - key ON) are not met prior to pressing the NEUTRAL button, or 6. Press the transfer case switch NEUTRAL button for are no longer met during the one second time, then all one second.
  • Page 406 404 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! CAUTION! You or others could be injured if you leave the Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the damaged.

  • Page 407: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....406 Jump-Starting Procedures ....419 Jacking And Tire Changing .

  • Page 408: Hazard Warning Flasher

    406 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the WARNING! upper switch bank just below the radio. Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The flashers.

  • Page 409: Jack Location

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 407 Jack Location The jack and jack tools are stored under the front passenger seat. Removal To access the jack and jack tools you must remove the plastic access cover, located on the side of the seat. To remove the cover, pull the front part of the cover (closest to the front of the seat) toward you to release a locking tab.
  • Page 410 408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Remove the jack and tools by removing the wing bolt and WARNING! sliding the assembly from under the seat. After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location. While driving you may experience abrupt stopping, rapid accelera- tion or sharp turns.
  • Page 411 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409 Reinstalling The Jack And Tools 3. Fold the flap and roll the jack tool kit into a cylindrical package (in direction of arrows) and tie to the jack using 1. Lower the jack all the way down by turning the jack the tie straps.
  • Page 412 410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Tying Bag to Jack with Straps Jack and Tools Tied...

  • Page 413: Removing The Spare Tire

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 411 4. Place the jack and tools in the storage position holding Removing The Spare Tire the jack by the jack turn-screw, slip the jack and tools Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the under the seat so that the bottom slot engages into the truck.

  • Page 414: Preparations

    412 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and can damage the winch. Preparations 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface. Avoiding ice or slippery areas.

  • Page 415: Instructions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413 4. Turn the ignition OFF. Instructions 5. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. WARNING! 6. Block both the front and rear of the Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to wheel diagonally opposite the jacking help prevent personal injury or damage to your position.
  • Page 416 414 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. Only use the jack in the positions indicated and Jack Warning Label for lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
  • Page 417 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 415 4X4 Jacking Location 4X2 Jacking Location Operate the jack using the jack drive tube and the wheel wrench. The tube extension may be used but is not required.
  • Page 418 416 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES For all trucks, when changing a rear wheel, as- Connect the jack tube extension and wheel wrench. semble the jack drive tube to the jack and connect Before raising the wheel off the ground, make sure the drive tube to the extension tube.
  • Page 419 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 417 wheel nuts. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the 8. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. If the bottle jack, do not fully tighten the wheel nuts until the vehicle jack will not lower by turning the dial (thumbwheel) by has been lowered.
  • Page 420 418 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES bolt circle, tightening the wheel nut opposite to the wheel WARNING! nut just previously tightened until final torque is achieved. Recommended torques are shown in the fol- A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard lowing chart.

  • Page 421: Hoisting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 419 HOISTING battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start A conventional floor jack may be used at the jacking can be dangerous if done improperly, so follow this locations. Refer to the graphics that show jacking loca- procedure carefully.
  • Page 422 420 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Remove all metal jewelry such as watch bands or WARNING! bracelets which might make an unintended electrical contact. Do not permit vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal 2.

  • Page 423: With Portable Starting Unit

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 421 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! During cold weather when temperatures are be- Any procedure other than above could result in: low freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting out battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting the battery vent.

  • Page 424: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    422 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will CAUTION! minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmis- sion failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck It is very important that the starting unit operating vehicle.

  • Page 425: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 423 the main structural members of the vehicle, not to WARNING! (Continued) bumpers or associated brackets. State and local laws Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow applying to vehicles under tow must be observed. hooks.

  • Page 426: 2-Wheel Drive Vehicles

    424 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2-Wheel Drive Vehicles If the vehicle is to be towed faster than 30 mph (50 km/h) Provided that the transmission is operable, tow with the or more than 15 miles (25 km) the vehicle must be towed transmission in NEUTRAL and the ignition key is in the with the rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the OFF position along with the front wheels raised and the...
  • Page 427 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Engine Compartment— 3.7L ....427 Maintenance Procedures ....433 Engine Compartment—...
  • Page 428 426 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust System ..... 440 Bulb Replacement ..... 466 Cooling System .

  • Page 429: Engine Compartment- 3.7L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427 ENGINE COMPARTMENT— 3.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 — Engine Oil Fill 4 —...

  • Page 430: Engine Compartment- 4.7L

    428 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT— 4.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Dipstick 9 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 —...

  • Page 431: Engine Compartment- 5.7L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 429 ENGINE COMPARTMENT— 5.7L 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 2 — Automatic Transmission Dipstick 8 — Integrated Power Module 3 — Engine Oil Fill 9 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 10 —...

  • Page 432: Onboard Diagnostic System (Obd Ii)

    430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBDII. This system monitors Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic further damage to the emission control system.

  • Page 433: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 431 appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not in a row, the system will turn on the MIL.

  • Page 434: Replacement Parts

    432 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is happen: ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced a.

  • Page 435: Dealer Service

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 433 DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
  • Page 436 434 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The best time to check the engine oil level is about five Engine Oil Selection minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off. For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.

  • Page 437: Engine Oil Filter

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 435 starting and vehicle fuel economy. The engine oil filler Disposing of Used Engine Oil and Oil Filters cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and your engine.

  • Page 438: Engine Air Cleaner Filter

    436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Air Cleaner Filter used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are proper maintenance intervals. recommended. Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! The top of the maintenance-free battery is permanently sealed.

  • Page 439: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 437 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep It is essential when replacing the cables on the flame or sparks away from the battery. Don’t use a battery that the positive cable is attached to the booster battery or any other booster source with an positive post and the negative cable is attached to output greater than 12 volts.

  • Page 440: Body Lubrication

    438 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance NOTE: Use only manufacturer approved A/C System test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres- time. sor Oil, or Refrigerants. Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling WARNING! R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-...

  • Page 441: Windshield Wiper Blades

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439 application of any lubricant, the parts concerned should Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods be wiped clean to remove dust and grit. After lubricating, may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use excess oil and grease should be removed.

  • Page 442: Exhaust System

    440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This directed on the container, aids cleaning action, reduces rating information can be found on most washer fluid the freezing point to avoid line clogging, and is not containers. harmful to paint or trim.
  • Page 443 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 WARNING! CAUTION! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless. vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In Breathing it can make you unconscious and can the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv- eventually poison you.
  • Page 444 442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in materials that can burn.

  • Page 445: Cooling System

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 443 Cooling System Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub- ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection WARNING! at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for leaks. You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or With the engine at normal operating temperature (but steam from your radiator.
  • Page 446 444 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for CAUTION! (Continued) proper maintenance intervals. Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Selection Of Coolant coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine cool- tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they ant (antifreeze).
  • Page 447 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 445 Please review these recommendations for using Hybrid Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- (antifreeze). cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where the vehicle is operated.
  • Page 448 446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a the cooling system pressure cap are a safety pre- child, contact a physician immediately.
  • Page 449 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447 of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once Check engine coolant (antifreeze) freeze point in the a month. radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle.

  • Page 450: Brake System

    448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is WARNING! equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean, also. Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally operation.

  • Page 451: Rear Axle And 4X4 Front Driving Axle Fluid Level

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 449 With disc brakes the fluid level can be expected to fall as Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly-closed the brake linings wear. However, an unexpected drop in container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or fluid level may be caused by a leak and a system check moisture.

  • Page 452: Transfer Case

    450 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE axles. The fluid level should be 5/8 in (16 mm) below the The MOPAR Limited Slip Additive should be added to fill hole on 9 1/4 in manufacturer’s rear axles. the gear lubricant whenever a fluid change is made. Drain and Refill Transfer Case Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...

  • Page 453: Automatic Transmission

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 451 Automatic Transmission CAUTION! Selection Of Lubricant Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter mance.
  • Page 454 452 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE transmission with an improper fluid level will greatly 4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear posi- reduce the life of the transmission and of the fluid. Check tion ending with the lever in PARK. the fluid level whenever the vehicle is serviced.
  • Page 455 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453 room temperature, it should be between the “HOT” Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter Change (upper) reference holes when the transmission reaches Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the 180°F (82°C). Remember it is best to check the level at the proper maintenance intervals.

  • Page 456: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    454 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion The most common causes are: Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- Stone and gravel impact. graphic locations and usage.
  • Page 457 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 455 Use MOPAR Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges and to protect your paint finish. Take care never to of the doors, rocker panels and trunk be kept clear and scratch the paint.
  • Page 458 456 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to Equipped match the color of your vehicle. You can identify if your vehicle has Stain Repel Seat Fabric that makes spills easy to clean, reduces odor from Wheel and Wheel Trim Care spills and reduces static by the presence of a tag on the...
  • Page 459 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 457 Do not use any solvents or protectants on Stain Repel upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not products. required to maintain the original condition. Interior Care WARNING! Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting.
  • Page 460 458 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive cleaners.

  • Page 461: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459 FUSES Totally Integrated Power Module The totally integrated power module (TIPM) is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini fuses. A description of each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart.
  • Page 462 460 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 25 Amp Bat — Passenger 40 Amp Bat — L/Bar/Off- Natural Door Node Green Road 40 Amp Bat — ABS Pump 30 Amp Bat — Sway/ Green Pink Thatchum/Rear...
  • Page 463 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 461 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 25 Amp TCM/Trans Range 10 Amp Bat — Ign Sw, WIN, Natural PASS 5 Amp Ign R/ACC — 15 Amp Bat — CHMSL/Brake Sunroof/Window Sw Blue Illum 10 Amp...
  • Page 464 462 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Cavity Cartridge Mini Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 15 Amp Bat — CCN/Interior 10 Amp IOD-HVAC, U/Hood Blue Light/SCM/Sw Bank Lamp 20 Amp Ign R-Frt Seat/Vent 10 Amp Horn #2 Yellow 20 Amp Ign R-Rear Seat/Steer 10 Amp IGN R/S-ORC/OCM...
  • Page 465 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 463 Cavity Cartridge Mini Description CAUTION! Fuse Fuse When installing the totally integrated power mod- 25 Amp ASD #1, #2 ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is Natural properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to 20 Amp ASD #3 do so may allow water to get into the totally...

  • Page 466: Vehicle Storage

    464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will If you are storing your vehicle for more than 21 days, we ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the recommend that you take the following steps to mini- possibility of compressor damage when the system is mize the drain on your vehicle’s battery: started again.

  • Page 467: Replacement Light Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465 REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS LIGHT BULBS — Exterior Bulb No. Backup ....... . 921 LIGHT BULBS —...

  • Page 468: Bulb Replacement

    466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Dual Headlight/Front Park and Turn Signal — If Equipped 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 3. Remove the four grille attachment bolts. 4. Remove the grille. 5. Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment bolts. 6.

  • Page 469: Quad Headlight/Front Park And Turn Signal - If Equipped

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 467 7. Reach through the access hole to access the rear lamp Quad Headlight/Front Park and Turn Signal — If retainer. Equipped 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 3. Remove the four grille attachment bolts. 4.
  • Page 470 468 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment bolts. 7. Reach through the access hole to access the rear lamp retainer. 6. Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front wheel to unsnap and lift the cover over the access hole in 8.

  • Page 471: Fog Lights

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 469 Fog Lights 1. Reach under the vehicle, unlock and twist the connec- tor counterclockwise ⁄ turn and remove the connector and bulb from the housing. 3. Reverse the procedure for installation of bulbs and housing. 2. Pull the bulb straight from the connector.

  • Page 472: Tail, Stop, Turn And Backup Lights

    470 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tail, Stop, Turn and Backup Lights 2. Pull the housing straight out from the body to separate the housing from the body. 1. Remove the two screws that pass through the bed sheetmetal.
  • Page 473 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. from the housing. 5. Reverse the procedure to install the bulb and housing.

  • Page 474: Center High-Mounted Stoplight (Chmsl) With Cargo Light

    472 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Center High-Mounted Stoplight (CHMSL) With 2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wir- ing harness to the body. Cargo Light 1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown.
  • Page 475 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473 3. Turn the desired bulb socket ⁄ turn and remove the Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lights socket and bulb from housing. Inside Bulb: Center High-Mounted Stop Light 4. Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket. 5. Reverse the procedure for installation of bulbs and housing.

  • Page 476: Fluids And Capacities

    474 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew Quad Cab Models 26 Gallons 98 Liters Regular Cab Longbed/Crew Quad Cab Models 32 Gallons 121 Liters (Optional) Engine Oil with Filter 3.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts 4.7 Liters 4.7L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified)

  • Page 477: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 475 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) Engine Oil – 3.7L, 4.7L, and 5.7L Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Engines Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.

  • Page 478: Chassis

    476 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Automatic Transmission MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid Transfer Case MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid NVG 246 Automatic Transfer Case MOPAR PN 05179014AA, NVG 246 Automatic Transmission Fluid or Only equivalent.
  • Page 479 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emissions Control System Maintenance ..478 Required Maintenance Intervals ..480 Maintenance Schedule ....478...
  • Page 480 478 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold type The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is must be done at the times or mileages specified to ensure time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. the continued proper functioning of the emissions control On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) system.
  • Page 481 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 479 NOTE: At Each Stop for Fuel The oil change indicator message will not monitor the Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level oil if it has been six months since your last oil change while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the even if the oil change indicator message is NOT...
  • Page 482 480 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Check all lights and other electrical items for correct Required Maintenance Intervals operation. NOTE: ** Vehicle’s built with the 4.7L engine are At Each Oil Change equipped with sixteen spark plugs. One set is located on the top of the engine under the coils and the second set is Change the engine oil filter.
  • Page 483 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 481 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Change the engine oil and engine oil If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.

  • Page 484: Service Schedule

    482 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 18 Months Maintenance 24 Months Maintenance 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
  • Page 485 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 483 36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 42,000 Miles (70,000 km) or 48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance 42 Months Maintenance 48 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
  • Page 486 484 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 54,000 Miles (90,000 km) or 60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service 54 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Change the engine oil and engine oil Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 487 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 485 66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or 72,000 Miles (120,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service 66 Months Maintenance Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Change the engine oil and engine oil If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
  • Page 488 486 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or 84,000 Miles (140,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance 84 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. filter. Rotate tires. Rotate tires.
  • Page 489 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 487 90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service 96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or Schedule 96 Months Maintenance Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule Rotate tires. Change the engine oil and engine oil Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 490 488 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 102,000 Miles (170,000 km) or 108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or 102 Months Maintenance 108 Months Maintenance 114 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
  • Page 491 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 489 120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Rotate tires. Replace the engine air cleaner filter. Replace the ignition cables (3.7L Engine). Replace the top row of spark plugs (4.7L Engine). Replace the spark plugs (3.7L and 5.7L Engines).
  • Page 492 490 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or 132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or 138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or 126 Months Maintenance 132 Months Maintenance 138 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Service Schedule Service Schedule Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
  • Page 493 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 491 144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service 150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or Schedule 150 Months Maintenance Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Service Schedule Rotate tires. Change the engine oil and engine oil If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
  • Page 494 492 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES † This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to the owner, but is not required to maintain emissions warranty. WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only the service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment.

  • Page 495: If You Need Consumer Assistance

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Vehicle......495 Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) .
  • Page 496 494 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Publication Order Forms ....499 Traction Grades ..... 501 Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Temperature Grades .

  • Page 497: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 495 SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. YOUR VEHICLE At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it Prepare For The Appointment is advisable to make these arrangements when you call If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the...

  • Page 498: Chrysler Llc Customer Center

    496 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE This is why you should always talk to an authorized Vehicle delivery date and mileage dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- Chrysler LLC Customer Center solved with this process. P.O. Box 21–8004 If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 general manager or owner of the authorized dealer-...

  • Page 499: Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 497 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech have any questions about the service contract, call the Impaired (TDD/TTY) manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer Hot- To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the line at 1-800-521-9922. manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni- The manufacturer will not stand behind any service cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer...

  • Page 500: Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)

    498 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only) sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and concerns. provisions of Chrysler Motors LLC warranties applicable to this vehicle.

  • Page 501: In Canada

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 499 If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy 3V9.
  • Page 502 500 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the ve- Owner’s Manuals hicle, system, and/or components is written in These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the straightforward language with illustrations, diagrams, assistance of service and engineering specialists to and charts.

  • Page 503: Traction Grades

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 501 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM significantly from the norm due to variations in driving TIRE QUALITY GRADES habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The following tire grading categories were established by teristics and climate. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

  • Page 504: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Temperature Grades

    502 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat The temperature grade for this tire is established for and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
  • Page 505 INDEX...
  • Page 506 504 INDEX Adding Fuel ......381 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....444,474 Adjustable Pedals .
  • Page 507 INDEX 505 Shifting ......307 Anti-Lock (ABS) ....335,337 Special Additives .
  • Page 508 506 INDEX Carbon Monoxide Warning ... . 75,207,377 Climate Control ......280 Cargo Light .
  • Page 509 INDEX 507 Pressure Cap ......445 Door Locks ......29 Radiator Cap .
  • Page 510 508 INDEX Electronic Vehicle Information Center Fuel Requirements ..... 474 (EVIC) ......159,233 Oil .
  • Page 511 INDEX 509 Flexible Fuel Vehicles Four-Way Hazard Flasher ....406 Cruising Range ..... . . 380 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .
  • Page 512 510 INDEX Gasoline, Reformulated ....374 Hazard Gauges ....... 232 Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Coolant Temperature .
  • Page 513 INDEX 511 Hitches Interior Appearance Care ....457 Trailer Towing ......390 Interior Lights .
  • Page 514 512 INDEX LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 343 for CHildren) ......66 Exterior .
  • Page 515 INDEX 513 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ... 227 Maintenance Procedures ....433 Traction Control .
  • Page 516 514 INDEX Mopar Parts ......432,498 Filter ......435,475 Multi-Function Control Lever .
  • Page 517 INDEX 515 Panic Alarm ......25 Sunroof ......170 Park Sense System, Rear .
  • Page 518 516 INDEX Recreational Towing ..... . 400 Rotation, Tires ......367 Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) .
  • Page 519 INDEX 517 Inspection ......76 Shifting ....... 300 Reminder .
  • Page 520 518 INDEX Starting ......26,297 Tachometer ......217 Automatic Transmission .
  • Page 521 INDEX 519 Life of Tires ......363 Disabled Vehicle ..... . . 423 Load Capacity .
  • Page 522 520 INDEX Transmission ......303 Variance, Compass ..... . . 242 Automatic .
  • Page 523 INDEX 521 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ....456 Windshield Washers ....146,148,439 Wheel Nut Torque .
  • Page 524 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
  • Page 525 Chrysler LLC 81-326-0931 Second Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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